Prior to this, Jiang Momo had kept it a secret from Li Jiuyuan.

Even when reading books, he did so under the guise of wanting to understand Li Jiuyuan.

If she were exposed today, she would definitely lose favor, and all her efforts over the past few months would be in vain.

Jiang Momo was extremely uneasy, but she was interrupted by Gu Bai as soon as she started.

"Jing Tailan is my aunt, it's just a coincidence today."

Gu Bai wasn't making this up.

Jing Tailan does have this relationship with him, but they are not biological aunt and niece.

Gu Bai's father and Jing Tailan used to do business together. Once, when the Gu family encountered a financial crisis, it was Jing Tailan who stepped in to help them through the crisis.

From then on, the two families became closer and closer, especially the Gu family, who treated Jingtailan as an honored guest.

Gu Bai's business acumen was largely honed by Jing Tailan's teachings.

Of course, Gu Bai wasn't interested in any of these things.

He only knew that although Aunt Jing had a sharp tongue, she was really good to him.

This time, Li Jiuyuan had to do him a favor.

"So that's how it is."

Jiang Momo didn't quite believe it, but at the moment, this was the most reasonable explanation.

Thinking that President Jing might still be waiting for her, Jiang Momo said goodbye to Gu Bai and was about to leave.

Gu Bai quickly caught up.

He has important business to attend to!

Gu Bai, who doesn't like staying at home, prefers to bother Li Jiuyuan and has long been aware of Li Jiuyuan's worries.

He said the woman in front of him was beautiful and smart, so why was she so clueless about this kind of thing!

It was clearly Li Jiuyuan who helped her, but she couldn't see it and mistakenly regarded him as her benefactor.

He was so worried for Li Jiuyuan.

Gu Bai desperately wanted to speak his mind, but remembering Li Jiuyuan's stubborn nature, he held back and phrased it differently:

"Being able to get into Jingchuang shows that you are very capable. However, I have heard that there are many people who are more capable than you, but they don't even have the chance to meet President Jing. You are very lucky."

Jiang Momo's hands, hanging at her sides, tightened slightly.

He thought Gu Bai was giving him a warning.

After all, he was Li Jiuyuan's friend.

Jiang Momo adjusted her breathing and said:

"Young Master Gu, I understand. Don't worry, now that I've joined Jingchuang, I will definitely not cause any trouble for President Jing, nor will I embarrass Ninth Master."

"Please don't tell him about my work outside until then."

Gu Bai: ?

Is this woman missing a screw in her head?!

He's made himself so clear, yet all he's thinking about is this!

In that instant, Gu Bai suddenly understood what Li Jiuyuan was always angry about.

He gritted his teeth and repeated, "Is it possible that you got into Jingchuang because someone was helping you behind the scenes?"

Jiang Momo: ...

These words struck Jiang Momo's sore spot.

She had just caught her breath from the shadow cast by Li Yunqi, but hearing Gu Bai say this made her tense up again.

"I see."

Gu Bai looked at Jiang Momo expectantly, waiting for her to continue, wishing he could hear Li Jiuyuan's name from her mouth the next second.

"Someone did help me, but don't worry, she doesn't know about my relationship with Ninth Master."

Jiang Momo spoke with a serious expression.

Gu Bai was suffocating; he almost couldn't catch his breath.

Now I finally understand why Jiang Momo and Li Jiuyuan could become a couple.

It's as if family members don't enter the same door!

One of them was stubborn and refused to say anything.

Someone who's a bit dim-witted can't understand.

Gu Bai wanted to break through the barrier between them, but he couldn't just speak up directly; he was at a loss.

After racking my brains, I finally managed to come up with a sentence: "Sometimes things aren't as simple as you think."

Jiang Momo nodded in acceptance.

Helpless, Gu Bai waved his hand and gave up.

"Why are you two standing here?"

Just then, a voice that was extremely familiar to both of them rang out.

Jiang Momo turned around first.

"Mr. Jing, you're back from outside?"

She thought Jing Tailan should be waiting for her upstairs, and was worried that she would be late.

The woman moved swiftly, walking to the two of them and creating a sharp gust of wind.

Gu Bai immediately greeted her obediently, "Hello, Aunt Jing."

Jing Tailan first glanced at him without saying a word, then her expression softened when she looked at Jiang Momo.

"I'm here. Go wait for me over there."

Jiang Momo nodded in agreement and walked to the elevator.

With no outsiders around, Gu Bai pulled Jing Tailan away and disappeared, reverting to his usual carefree and playful demeanor.

"Auntie, you're finally back! I almost couldn't hold you back!"

Jing Tailan looked disgusted.

"Seriously."

That's just how she is. Although she has a sharp tongue, Gu Bai prefers dealing with her to his parents who are always nagging him.

Jing Tailan had just rushed back from outside, looking travel-worn.

Gu Bai raised his hand to fan her, saying, "Auntie, you've worked hard. Please rest!"

The latter complained irritably:

"You know I'm tired. After the meeting this morning, my original ticket back was for tomorrow morning."

"It's all because you called and urged me that I rushed back."

Gu Bai scratched his head.

This isn't my fault!

If anyone's to blame, it's Li Jiuyuan.

It was Li Jiuyuan who was too hasty and insisted that Jing Tailan come back.

They said Jiang Momo was short of money and needed to get her work back on track as soon as possible.

Gu Bai couldn't understand it, let alone comprehend it.

As Li Jiuye's wife, how could Jiang Momo be short of money? If this got out, wouldn't she be laughed at by the other major families for a whole year?

Despite not understanding it, he admired Jiang Momo's backbone.

She married the richest man in the capital, yet she was unwilling to spend a single penny of his money.

However, these words could not be said directly to Jing Tailan, so Gu Bai used the excuse he had prepared beforehand.

"Jiuyuan said he has a business deal to discuss with you tonight, and he was wondering if you're free."

Jing Tailan gave Gu Bai a sharp rap on the head, as if she were disciplining a junior.

"Nonsense, if I didn't have time, I wouldn't be here."

After reprimanding Gu Bai, Jing Tailan finally remembered Jiang Momo, who was still waiting on the side.

The two agreed to meet again later. After Gu Bai left, Jing Tailan came to Jiang Momo.

"Jiang Momo," she called out.

Jiang Momo turned around and quickly replied, "President Jing, it's me."

Jing Tailan's gaze was sharp, and she seemed even more scrutinizing than when they first met.

His voice was cool and detached, carrying a businesslike aloofness.

"You performed very well in the previous interview, but that doesn't mean you can maintain that level in the future."

"My standards are very high. If there is even the slightest shortcoming, pack your things and get out immediately."

Faced with the other party's almost critical words, Jiang Momo was not angry or backed down; instead, she became even more motivated.

Being by Jing Tailan's side was her dream since college, and now it was finally coming true. Jiang Momo's eyes shone with unwavering light.

"President Jing, don't worry, I won't let you down."

Jing Tailan did not answer, but nodded.

"Okay, I'll show you around the company environment first."

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